2012
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Discover Corrections
U.S. Bureau of Justice Assistance (Washington, DC).
Discover Corrections.com.
This website is a great resource for those individuals looking for a job in the corrections field or just wanting some information about correctional employment. Points of entry are: why corrections; explore the field; career resources; find your job; stories from the field; latest job postings; and corrections in your area. The last access point takes you to quick facts and salary information (if given) about community corrections (parole, probation, and juvenile services), jails and detention ... Read More
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2012
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Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Discrimination in Employment: A Legal Analysis of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA)
By Feder, Jody; Brougher, Cynthia.
Congressional Research Service (Washington, DC).
The impact of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) on employment practices related to sexual orientation and gender identity is explained. “Introduced in various incarnations in every congressional session since the 103rd Congress, the proposed Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA; H.R. 1397/S. 811) would prohibit discrimination based on an individual’s actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity by public and private employers in hiring, discharge, compensation, and oth... Read More
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11 pages
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2012
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Career Resources
Columbia University. Center for Career Education (CCE) (New York, NY).
This web portal is a great resource for those people looking to find a new job or make a career change. Points of entry are: learn about yourself; research and explore industries; gain experience; setting career goals; the basics; industry investigation; and research library and tools.... Read More
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2012
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Tattoo Policy
New York State Police (Albany, NY).
This policy covers visible tattoos on staff having visible tattoos. In essence, all employees must “present a neat and professional appearance”. Visible tattoos, brands, body piercings, and other body art have to be covered or removed while the person is in uniform or business attire.... Read More
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1 page
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2011
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Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH)
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Office of Occupational Statistics and Employment Projections (Washington, DC).
The Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) gives the following information for hundreds of jobs: required education and training; earnings; hiring predictions; what you do on the job; and working conditions. The OOH also provides job search tips and information about state job markets.... Read More
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2011
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Career Guide to Industries (CGI)
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Office of Occupational Statistics and Employment Projections (Washington, DC).
The Career Guide to Industries (CGI) provides the following information for many different kinds of industries: occupations in the industry; required training and advancement opportunities; earnings; expected job hiring; and working conditions. Job market information by state is also linked to.... Read More
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2011
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Justice Expenditures and Employment, 1982-2007 - Statistical Tables
By Kyckelhahn, Tracey.
U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics (Washington, DC).
Justice expenditures and employment for corrections, police protection, and judicial and legal services over the period of 1982 through 2007 are shown in 5-year increments. Data tables cover: total expenditures by level of government and by justice function; distribution of judicial and legal services, police protection, and corrections expenditures by level of government; per capita expenditures by function; total justice employment by level of government and justice function; employment distri... Read More
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12 pages
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2011
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AB 1122 Bill Analysis
California Legislature (Sacramento, CA).
This bill establishes the California Tattoo Removal Program. It “[e]xpands the law relating to male candidates who are eligible for tattoo removal to include those who have tattoos that would be visible in a professional work environment” (p.1). This document will be helpful for other states or jurisdictions looking to create and implement a tattoo removal program of their own.... Read More
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3 pages
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2008
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Making the Right Turn: A Guide About Improving Transition Outcomes for Youth Involved in the Juvenile Corrections System
By Gagnon, Joseph; Richards, Curtis.
U.S. Dept. of Labor. Office of Disability Employment Policy (Washington, DC).
National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability (NCWD) for Youth. Institute for Educational Leadership (Washington, DC).
"This Guide has been developed to assist professionals in the workforce development system in gaining a better understanding of the needs of youth involved, or at risk of being involved in the juvenile corrections system" (p. iv). This publication is comprised of five chapters: introduction; understanding the juvenile justice system -- stages of youth involvement; meeting the needs of youth in juvenile corrections; promising practices for practitioners; and straightening out the curve -- a road... Read More
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61 p.
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